04/29/2024

Israeli Leaders Concerned about Possible ICC Arrest Warrants

The conflict in Gaza has many worried about their freedom

Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, appear increasingly concerned that the International Criminal Court (ICC) may issue arrest warrants against the country’s officials for actions taken in the war between Israel and Hamas. 

On Monday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, that "Israel will never accept any attempt by the ICC to undermine its inherent right of self-defense... While the ICC will not affect Israel's actions, it would set a dangerous precedent that threatens the soldiers and officials of all democracies fighting savage terrorism and wanton aggression."

Israel Katz, the Foreign Minister of Israel, said that the potential warrants could provide a “morale boost” to Hamas but would be unlikely to impact the most senior members of Israeli leadership, according to The Associated Press.

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